RARE COLLECTORS CARS ON DISPLAY AT HAMPTON COURT PALACE
The countdown is officially on.
In just ten days, Hampton Court Palace will once again welcome one of the world’s most prestigious gatherings of rare and exceptional automobiles.
From priceless pre-war icons and coachbuilt masterpieces to modern automotive legends, Concours of Elegance 2026 promises an unrivalled celebration of craftsmanship and design, all set within spectacular royal grounds.
Over the coming days, organisers will be revealing some of the extraordinary cars, special features and unforgettable experiences awaiting visitors.
One of the headline features for 2026 is The Finest Bentley Award, celebrating some of the most significant motor cars ever to wear the famous Flying B.
From pre-war racing legends to beautifully preserved grand tourers, this special display showcases Bentley’s remarkable contribution to automotive history and the craftsmanship that continues to define the marque more than a century after its founding.
Whether you’re a lifelong Bentley enthusiast or simply appreciate exceptional engineering, this feature is set to be one of the highlights of this year’s Concours.
Judged on its provenance, originality, condition and historical importance, the winning Bentley will be selected from an outstanding group of concours entrants that reflects the breadth and prestige of Bentley’s illustrious history.
Among the highlights is the celebrated 1930 Bentley Speed Six, one of the defining performance cars of the pre-war era, alongside the striking 1935 Bentley 3½-Litre Aerofoil Coupé by Gurney Nutting, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful coachbuilt Bentleys ever created.
They are joined by the exceptionally rare 1935 Bentley 3½-Litre by Vesters & Neirinck, the elegant 1956 Bentley S1 Continental Drophead Coupé by Park Ward, the exquisite 1958 Bentley S1 Continental by H.J. Mulliner, and the 1961 S2, representing the pinnacle of Bentley’s coachbuilt grand touring tradition.
The new award shines a spotlight on Bentley’s enduring legacy, recognising the individual car that best captures the craftsmanship, engineering excellence and timeless elegance for which the marque has become renowned over more than a century.
These exceptional Bentleys will form part of the 80-car Concours of Elegance display, bringing together many of the world’s rarest and most significant collector cars in the spectacular grounds of Hampton Court Palace from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th September.
The result is an unrivalled celebration of automotive artistry, history and design.
More concours entries and special event features will be revealed in the lead-up to this year’s Concours of Elegance.
Enjoy Concours of Elegance together with a Family Day Admission ticket, available Saturday and Sunday.
The ticket admits two adults and up to three children under 16, with Sunday also featuring the Junior Concours.
Discover some of the world’s most remarkable motor cars and enjoy a spectacular day out at Hampton Court Palace.